Emerald

Q: How do I use #81E4AA in CSS?

You can use #81E4AA in CSS with: background-color: #81E4AA; or color: #81E4AA; or as an RGB value: rgb(129, 228, 170). For print design, use CMYK: 43%, 0%, 25%, 11%.

#81E4AA

Emerald is a cool light color with the hex code #81E4AA. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 129, 228, 170 in digital design or CMYK 43%, 0%, 25%, 11% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Emerald Color Values

HEX: #81E4AA
RGB: 129, 228, 170
HSL: 145°, 65%, 70%
CMYK: 43, 0, 25, 11

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Emerald sits at 145° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 65% saturation and 70% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.

In digital design, cool colors like Emerald work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Emerald in print, the CMYK breakdown of 43%, 0%, 25%, 11% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Emerald

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #81E4AA;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 129, 228, 170;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#81E4AA',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 43%
M: 0%
Y: 25%
K: 11%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(129, 228, 170)
rgba(129, 228, 170, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

5 brand s with colors near 145° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #81E4AA?

#81E4AA is Emerald, a cool light color with RGB values of 129, 228, 170. It has a hue of 145°, 65% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #81E4AA?

The RGB color code for #81E4AA is rgb(129, 228, 170). This means it contains 129 red, 228 green, and 170 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Emerald a warm or cool color?

Emerald (#81E4AA) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #81E4AA in CSS?

You can use #81E4AA in CSS with: background-color: #81E4AA; or color: #81E4AA; or as an RGB value: rgb(129, 228, 170). For print design, use CMYK: 43%, 0%, 25%, 11%.